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Dental Insurance Isn’t as Simple as It Sounds: What Most Plans Don’t Explain
Dental insurance can seem straightforward: pay your monthly premium, visit the dentist, and let your insurance handle the rest. But anyone who’s tried to navigate a dental plan knows it’s rarely that simple. Understanding the fine print can help you avoid surprise bills and ensure you get the care you need. 1. Not All Procedures Are Equal (and Cleanings Aren’t Either) Dental plans typically categorize services into three groups: preventive, basic, and major. Preventive care—l

Amanda Johnsen
Jan 23


Missed Open Enrollment? Here’s What You Can (and Can’t) Do Now
If you missed the ACA Open Enrollment deadline, you’re not alone. Every year, people realize after the window closes that their coverage isn’t what they expected—or that they didn’t make a selection at all. The first thing to know is this: missing Open Enrollment doesn’t mean you’re completely out of options, but it does mean the rules are more limited. Here’s what you can still do, what you can’t, and how to move forward without making costly assumptions. What Changes After

Amanda Johnsen
Jan 16


ACA Renewals Explained: Why Auto-Renew Can Quietly Raise Your Costs
Auto-renewal sounds helpful. After all, if nothing has changed, why not let your health insurance renew on its own? The problem is that with ACA plans, something almost always changes—even if your life hasn’t. Each year, people are surprised by higher premiums, reduced tax credits, or coverage that no longer fits their needs, all because they relied on auto-renewal. Here’s why that happens—and what you can do about it while Open Enrollment is still open. What Auto-Renew Reall

Amanda Johnsen
Jan 9


The End of Expanded ACA Tax Credits: What You Can Still Fix Before Open Enrollment Ends
If your health insurance premium went up this year—or you’ve been putting off reviewing your renewal—you’re not alone. Many people are feeling confused and frustrated as changes to ACA tax credits take effect. ACA Open Enrollment is open through January 15. That means there is still time to review your coverage and make changes for the year ahead. Let’s walk through what’s happening, who this affects, and what you can still fix before the deadline. How ACA Tax Credits Normall

Amanda Johnsen
Jan 2


Top 6 Things to Look for in a Dental Insurance Plan
Choosing a dental plan? Here are the top 6 things to look for, from coverage types and annual maximums to network options and cost-saving features.

Amanda Johnsen
Dec 4, 2025


Real Stories: How One HR Manager’s Decision to Offer Voluntary Benefits Changed a Life (and a Workplace)
Real Stories: How One HR Manager’s Decision to Offer Voluntary Benefits Changed a Life (and a Workplace)

Amanda Johnsen
Nov 27, 2025


How to Handle Health Insurance When You Lose Your Job
How to Handle Health Insurance When You Lose Your Job

Amanda Johnsen
Nov 20, 2025


HR Advice: What to Know Before Offering Employee Benefits for the First Time
HR Advice: What to Know Before Offering Employee Benefits for the First Time

Amanda Johnsen
Nov 13, 2025


What Is Long-Term Care Insurance (and Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Buy It)
What Is Long-Term Care Insurance (and Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Buy It)

Amanda Johnsen
Nov 6, 2025


Real Stories: How Accident Insurance Helped One Family Bounce Back After a Fall
This real-life story shows how accident insurance helped one family handle medical bills and unexpected costs after a fall. Learn why supplemental benefits matter.

Amanda Johnsen
Oct 30, 2025


Choosing the Right Voluntary Benefits for Your Stage of Life
Voluntary benefits can change your financial future. Discover which plans are best for your life stage — from young professionals to retirees — and how they help fill important coverage gaps.

Amanda Johnsen
Oct 23, 2025


What Is the Difference Between Group Health Insurance and Individual Plans?
Learn the key differences between group health insurance and individual plans, including cost, coverage, and flexibility — so you can choose the right health insurance for your needs.

Amanda Johnsen
Oct 16, 2025


The Value of Hearing Insurance as You Age
As hearing loss becomes more common with age, hearing insurance helps cover exams, hearing aids, and more. Discover why this coverage is worth considering as part of your health plan.

Amanda Johnsen
Oct 9, 2025


Real Stories: Why One Employee Was Glad They Chose Hospital Indemnity Coverage
Real Stories: Why One Employee Was Glad They Chose Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Amanda Johnsen
Oct 2, 2025


How to Layer Voluntary Benefits to Fill Gaps in Your Health Coverage
Health insurance doesn’t cover everything. Learn how to layer voluntary benefits like accident, hospital, dental, and disability insurance to fill the gaps and stay protected.

Amanda Johnsen
Sep 25, 2025


Dental Insurance Terms Explained: MAC vs. UCR Plans
Confused by MAC and UCR dental insurance plans? Learn the difference between these plan types and how they affect your provider choice, reimbursements, and out-of-pocket costs.

Amanda Johnsen
Sep 18, 2025


7 Ways to Lower Your Health Insurance Costs Without Losing Coverage
Want to save on health insurance without losing coverage? Discover 7 simple, proven ways to lower your premiums and medical costs while staying protected.

Amanda Johnsen
Sep 11, 2025


Real Stories: How Disability Insurance Saved a Business Owner During Recovery
Disability insurance can be a game-changer for self-employed professionals. Read how one business owner stayed afloat during recovery — and why this coverage matters.

Amanda Johnsen
Sep 4, 2025


5 Things to Consider Before Choosing a Medicare Advantage Plan
Medicare Advantage isn’t one-size-fits-all. Here are 5 things to consider before enrolling — from provider networks to prescription drug coverage and hidden costs.

Amanda Johnsen
Aug 28, 2025


Top 10 Reasons Employees Value Voluntary Benefits (Even More Than Salary)
Think salary is everything? Discover the top 10 reasons why employees often value voluntary benefits — like accident, dental, and disability coverage — even more than a raise.

Amanda Johnsen
Aug 21, 2025
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